Fonds consists of drawings executed by Edward Lukeman. These artworks depict scenes primarily in Toronto, with some additional sketches done at Port Hope, Hamilton, London and Leitchcroft in Ontario, and at Quebec City, Quebec. Also included in the fonds are a selection of posters and other paper advertising media designed by Edward Lukeman, often incorporating his own sketches or paintings in the design. There are also a series of black and white photographs taken by Edward and his wife, Marry Lukeman. These images show various scenes in Toronto, Hamilton and Port Hope. In addition, there are two copies of historic photographic prints showing old Port Hope; the original photographs were taken in 1878.

The fonds has been arranged into three series: the first series consists of Edward Lukeman's drawings and sketches; the second series consists of the posters; and the third series contains the photographs.

Edward (Ted) Lukeman (1924-1987) was an self-taught artist, professional graphic designer and photographer in Ontario with a keen interest in painting and sketching, who specialized in representational works focussing on townscapes, the Ontario countryside, sailing and the circus.

Copyright for the materials created by Edward and Marry Lukeman has been transferred to the Archives of Ontario by the donor. For other materials, the copyright is held by the creator. Permission of the Archives of Ontario is required for publication; submit a Request for Permission to Publish, Exhibit or Broadcast Form.

Immediate Source of Acquisition

A portion of the fonds, comprising 47 drawings, 19 posters and one photographic negative of a poster, were donated to the Archives of Ontario by in 2003 by Mrs. Marry Lukeman, who later donated the photographs as well in 2004. Ms. Leah Lukeman donated 13 of her father's drawings to the Archives in 2004.

Related Material

Two paintings by Edward Lukeman are held by the Government of Ontario Art Collection at the Archives of Ontario.

Accruals

Further accruals are anticipated.

Former Codes

Accession numbers: 46617, 47014, 47121.

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